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Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law

Posted on August 1, 2023August 2, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law
Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law

Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law State Senator Michael E. Hastings’ measure to help police and sheriffs quickly track stolen vehicles is now law. “This measure helps us evolve by better utilizing the latest technology to track criminal actions,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort). “We already know that there is technology…

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Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments

Posted on April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments
Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments

Giannoulias Issues First 100-Days Report Outlining Major Accomplishments “Getting it Done” Report Features Achievements to Modernize the Office Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias released his First 100 Days report today, highlighting his administration’s accomplishments since taking office in January. The 16-page report reflects how the new Secretary has pursued an aggressive agenda to improve…

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Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire

Posted on July 29, 2022July 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire
Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire

Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire Billionaire Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is pushing to bring the National Democratic Convention to Chicago to boost his chances to become president. So what entertainment can the convention offer delegates? in ChicagoStan Shootings. Carjackings. Gun violence. Anti-Police riots. By Ray Hanania Gov. J.B. Pritzker has so much…

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Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed

Posted on April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed
Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed

Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed Pritzker, who has broken most of his promises since his election to everyone, wants to pretend like he is helping the economically strapped Illinois residents by giving residents $50 to help offset the rising costs of gasoline. He is also delaying a huge 2 cent gas…

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 Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation 

Posted on April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on  Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation 
 Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation 

 Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation  Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced legislation today requiring auto manufacturers to create a 24/7 recovery hotline to help law enforcement quickly track stolen vehicles.  The inability for law enforcement to access tracking information in real time after a carjacking makes it difficult to catch offenders and prevent the…

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 Sheriff Dart Testifies Before Senate on Solutions to Carjacking Surge 

Posted on March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on  Sheriff Dart Testifies Before Senate on Solutions to Carjacking Surge 
 Sheriff Dart Testifies Before Senate on Solutions to Carjacking Surge 

 Sheriff Dart Testifies Before Senate on Solutions to Carjacking Surge  Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart testified today before a U.S. Senate Committee about the Chicago area’s disturbing rise in carjackings and his work with automakers on innovative, comprehensive solutions.  Last year there were more than 2,000 carjackings – or about one every four hours…

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Orland Park drops from “Safest City” list while Orland Hills rises

Posted on June 1, 2021June 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Orland Park drops from “Safest City” list while Orland Hills rises

Orland Park drops from “Safest City” list while Orland Hills rises Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau tried to distract voters from the community’s rising crime rate by citing a real estate website which asserted that Orland Park was one of the “safest cities” in Illinois. But a recent survey by Safewise, which is considered more…

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